General Rabbit Care
Information

Housing

Regardless of
what kind of environment you have your rabbit housed in, it
is necessary to do a complete cleaning of it once per week.
Remove the rabbit from the enclosure and empty out the substrate.
You can then replace the substrate with fresh hay or wood
shavings. You should also clean the rabbits house throughout
the week as needed. Cleaning the cage on a weekly basis will
help greatly to reduce the risk of your rabbit getting fleas
or other parasites.

Feeding

Most pet stores
sell food which is specially prepared for rabbits. This food
should make up their core diet. They will also require an
abundance of hay which is vital to the function of their digestive
system. Fruits and vegetables can also be fed to your rabbit
on a daily basis. A good variety of food is required to keep
your rabbit healthy by ensuring that it is receiving all the
vitamins it needs.

Health

When you remove
your rabbit from the cage to do its weekly cleaning you should
check it over for any signs of sickness.
If you observe any abnormalities check with your veternarian
immediately. It is also important to check your rabbits teeth
and nails regularly
to ensure that they are not becoming overgrown. Both of these
are common problems in pet rabbits. Be sure to look at our
rabbit health section for information
about a wide range of diseases that rabbits can contract.